Trainee Account Executive (HF1353737)

Flourish; Poynton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Structured training

Lifetime commission on every account

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

Flourish is seeking an Account Executive to own the full sales cycle from generating new SME opportunities through to closing deals and managing long-term client relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys speaking with people and building relationships in a fast-paced, supportive environment. A UK driving licence is essential and there is a clear path to senior sales roles.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident, outgoing and positive attitude.
• Self-motivated with a strong sales focus.
• Strong organisational and time management.

Responsibilities

• Prospecting and developing new business opportunities.
• Managing the full 360 sales cycle from outreach to closing.
• Building strong relationships with SME clients and understanding their needs.
• Providing excellent customer service and ongoing account support after onboarding.
• Working towards ambitious sales targets while delivering an outstanding customer experience.
• Becoming a trusted advisor to help customers improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Self-motivation

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £35,000 - £45,000)

Location: Poynton

Launch Your Career in B2B Sales

We're looking for a confident and motivated Account Executive to join a growing business, taking ownership of the full sales cycle from generating new business opportunities through to closing deals and managing long-term client relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys speaking to people, building relationships and wants to develop into a high-performing sales professional within a supportive, fast-paced environment.

The Role

As an Account Executive, you'll take ownership of your own sales pipeline, identifying and engaging new SME customers while building lasting business relationships. You'll receive structured training, ongoing coaching and the autonomy to develop your own client portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prospecting and developing new business opportunities.
• Managing the full 360 sales cycle from initial outreach through to closing business.
• Building strong relationships with SME clients and understanding their business needs.
• Providing excellent customer service and ongoing account support after onboarding.
• Working towards ambitious sales targets while delivering an outstanding customer experience.
• Becoming a trusted advisor by helping customers identify ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Training & Development

You'll benefit from a comprehensive development programme designed to help you become a successful sales professional. Through a combination of classroom learning, shadowing, coaching and practical experience, you'll develop skills in:

• Consultative selling
• Negotiation
• Customer relationship management
• Business development
• Account management
• Market positioning

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A confident, outgoing and positive attitude.
• Self-motivated with a genuine desire to build a successful career in sales.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• A willingness to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

What's in It for You?

• £30,000-£35,000 basic salary.
• Uncapped commission with realistic first-year OTE of £35,000-£45,000 (10% of revenue generated).
• Lifetime commission on every account you bring into the business.
• Structured training and ongoing professional development.
• Clear progression opportunities based on performance.
• Regular team socials and a collaborative culture.
• The opportunity to build a long-term, rewarding career within a growing business.